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MyFlorida GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 77071581 in TALLAHASSEE, Florida
GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 77071581
Date: Jun 7, 2024
Location:
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Requisition No: 830834
Agency: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission
Working Title: GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS CONSULTANT I - 77071581
Pay Plan: Career Service
Position Number: 77071581
Salary: $45,000.00 - $47,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience
Posting Closing Date: 06/23/2024
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FWC Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network
Government Operations Consultant I
40 hours per week, M-F
620 S. Meridian St.
Tallahassee, FL
FYCCN/OED
Government Operations Consultant I - 77071581
Tallahassee, Florida
Our organization:
The FWC envisions a Florida where fish and wildlife are abundant and thriving in healthy and connected natural landscapes with vital working lands and waterways; where natural resources are valued and safely enjoyed by all; and wherein natural systems support vibrant human communities and a strong economy.
Our Mission: Managing fish and wildlife resources for their long-term well-being and the benefit of people.
Every organization has an identity that is forged not only by what it does, but by how it conducts itself. The values embedded in our mission and expressed in the vision of the FWC are to make quality decisions by being dynamic, science-informed, efficient, ethical, collaborative, and committed to the vitality of the state and its environment. Visit our website for more information: MyFWC.com
Requirements:
Employment in this position is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history check (fingerprint-based) in accordance with Chapter 435, Florida Statutes.
Responses to qualifying questions should be verifiable by skills and/or experience stated on the profile application/resume. Information should be provided regarding any gaps in employment.
Work at the FWC is cross-functional, meaning duties may cross division/office lines. The Commission expects employees to function across FWC's organizational structure by providing their skills and expertise wherever needed through work on teams or as directed.
Application packets must be submitted through the State of Florida’s official employment site (https://peoplefirst.myflorida.com/) and must include a resume and cover letter describing the applicant’s experience.Application packets without a cover letter, resume, and state application will not be considered for the position.
Overview:
This full-time career service position is based out of the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's (FWC) Florida Youth Conservation Centers Network (FYCCN) office in Tallahassee. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team that works to create the next generation that cares about conservation. FYCCN has numerous conservation centers, a team of regional coordinators, the Project WILD program, and hundreds of partners who work together to support youth in conserving Florida’s fish and wildlife. We support the delivery of summer camp programming and year-round school field trips which embody the four pillars of the FYCCN: Shooting Sports, Ethical Angling, Boating, and Wildlife Discovery.
Experience:
6 years of professional experience in office management, purchasing, budget, personnel, or an agency program area,OR
Substitution of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and two years of professional experience in office management, purchasing, budget, personnel, or an agency program area,OR
Substitution of a master's degree from an accredited college or university,OR
A doctorate from an accredited college or university can substitute for the required experience.
The ideal candidate will have high emotional intelligence, good listening and writing skills, and the ability to multitask at a high level. Persons with a working knowledge of State Contract or Purchasing Management and associated programs such as FACTS, FLAIR, MyFloridaMarketPlace (MFMP), P-Card Works, Statewide Travel Management System (STMS), and Office suite software are encouraged to apply.
Description of Duties:
This office manager position in the FYCCN Director's office will support a statewide team with their purchasing, travel, budgeting, and hiring needs. The incumbent understands customer service and public administration principles, including planning and monitoring financial and budget issues related to managing the FYCCN.
Interprets statutory and agency rules, regulations, and policies to accomplish activities and ensures compliance which requires in-depth knowledge of agency principles, policies, and procedures.
Manages and administers FYCCN budget in cooperation with the FYCCN Office Director; analyzes previous fiscal year allocations and requests the appropriate budget amount to cover current year needs.
Approves purchases; coordinates and monitors OPS, OCO, FCO, and expense allotments; analyzes FLAIR reports; coordinates with staff to resolve coding, expenditure, or encumbrance issues; requests budget adjustments to ensure spending remains within authorized limits; and evaluates and implements cost-saving measures relating to FYCCN.
Prepares contracts, bids, and purchase orders and routes accordingly.
Manages and coordinates personnel paperwork; performs background checks in compliance with state/federal laws and regulations; initiates PARs; assists with employee appraisals; and monitors /approves timesheets for assigned personnel.
Supervises up to 5 staff.
Conducts periodic meetings to inform FYCCN staff about new or revised policies and procedures related to purchasing, information technology, customer service, property, and personnel management.
Maintains communication with the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida (FWFF) to ensure proper payment of FYCCN expenditures.
Administrative Duties: Attend staff meetings, complete and submit required reports, participate in professional development courses, and complete timesheets in a timely and thorough manner. Ensure that files and documentation are complete, accurate, and confidentially maintained; perform other duties as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of state purchasing rules, contracting procedures and state accounting system;
Knowledge of MFMP, Works, STMS and FLAIR;
Knowledge of administrative and standard office principles, policies, and practices;
Skilled in using Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint;
Ability to compile, collect, and organize data;
Ability to organize and coordinate work assignments;
Ability to work independently and finish tasks promptly;
Ability to analyze and solve problems;
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;
Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, policies, and procedures.
Is highly organized and able to keep accurate and complete records.
Position Requirements:
Possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License.
Statewide travel is required to perform the duties of this position (1-25%).
May require work time outside of regularly scheduled hours over 40 hours per week, including evenings and weekends.
Must be a Florida Certified Contract Manager or obtain certification within six months.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
Nearest Major Market:Tallahassee